Eilenriede City Forest — Attraction in Hanover

This is a great natural resource in the heart of Hannover. Numerous paths and cycleways traverse it. The park is well used by the populous so it seems safeto walk, jog, cycle, or rollerskate. Perhaps some compact and colourful evergreen shrubs and trees would complement the majestic deciduous trees which were still largely bare entering the fourth week of March. It was a pleasure to come across monuments and sculptures with inscriptions which yielded insight to the community experience and expression over a long perìod. Some had seating areas so you could sit and appreciate the art. Always nice to hear the birds singing or calling. It will be more beautiful as the leaves return. One can choose the length and duration of a period of exercise according to your capacity on a given day.

Long may the community enjoy this...

I'd rather be lost in the woods Than lost in the crowds. Rather wander where I belong Than wonder where I belong.

I grew up next to the forest, still live near it, wouldn't want to miss it. And it is indeed a forest, not a park. An original forest, once probably part of the extensive northern forest, it's origins dating back thousands of years. Eventually gifted to the citizens of Hanover in 1371 by the dukes Wenceslaus and Albrecht of Saxony. Also referred to as the green lung of Hanover. Within, one does not need to wander far to go...

Refreshing walking, jogging, biking forest in the middle of the city. Large patches of grass (dogs are forbidden in some) are great for picnics, Frisbee or just catching some vitamin D. A little cafe can be found in there as well. They were closed when we went, but it appears they have coffee...